Action to Words
Action to words. My friend’s daughter published a book. She is 16. And she made the Amazon Bestseller List. The book is powerful and...
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Barbara Palmer
- Jul 1, 2021
- 3 min
Priorities
Priorities. The phone rings. “This is the high school. There is nothing to be worried about.” I’m not worried, I don’t have a child at...
Barbara Palmer
- Mar 31, 2021
- 2 min
Mom
My mother turns 80 today. As I reflect on my relationship with her, I thought I would share what I have learned, directly and in...
Barbara Palmer
- Nov 17, 2020
- 3 min
Mind-FULL-ness
Uninspired. Like you, my world has gotten very small. I’m a hugger with few I am allowed to hug. A traveler not allowed to venture. ...
Barbara Palmer
- Sep 18, 2020
- 4 min
Boundaries
Boundaries. It has never been more important to establish and try to hold boundaries. I emphasize ‘try’ because there may be times or...
Barbara Palmer
- Sep 1, 2020
- 3 min
Tithe
The concept of tithing to a religious organization has always been tied to donations, but recently (and oddly, I might add), I have been...
Barbara Palmer
- Aug 20, 2020
- 2 min
For Now
For Now. Powerful words that help with perspective and preparation. As a self-described realist, ‘for now’ allows me to be present, but...
Barbara Palmer
- Aug 6, 2020
- 2 min
I'm Tired
I’m Tired. I imagine you are tired too. Clients, partners, friends, and family, I hear similar stories on each call: lack of motivation,...
Barbara Palmer
- Jul 16, 2020
- 3 min
Delegation @Home + @Work
One of my favorite training modules is on Delegation. The tips are actionable both @home and @work, with co-workers, partners, and kids....
Barbara Palmer
- Jun 1, 2020
- 3 min
Lead in This Moment
A client reached out today asking for wisdom for this time. I immediately said that I didn’t think I had any. Like many of you, I spent...
Barbara Palmer
- May 26, 2020
- 2 min
1950's Family Values
What is old is new again.I have been struck lately by the way friends and colleagues have been describing the past 2 months.
Barbara Palmer
- Apr 30, 2020
- 1 min
Permission
You have permission. I am not a therapist or grief counselor. I am not a mental health professional. I am a coach and I often help people...
Barbara Palmer
- Apr 24, 2020
- 1 min
Make Your Bed
Growing up, we were required to make our bed. Not after we brushed our teeth or showered; the minute our feet hit the ground. It's ironic...
Barbara Palmer
- Apr 17, 2020
- 3 min
Stay@"Home"
There has been a lot written about self-quarantine interpersonal dynamics: feelings of isolation by those home alone, not enough...
Barbara Palmer
- Apr 7, 2020
- 1 min
Not a Normal Friday
It's Friday. Not a normal Friday, but a Friday which normally would mean eating out either tonight or sometime over the weekend. If it...
Barbara Palmer
- Mar 30, 2020
- 2 min
Live Your Values
These are extraordinary times. We are each being challenged in ways we could not have imagined even a few short weeks ago. And it is...
Barbara Palmer
- Mar 8, 2020
- 2 min
Work From Home
With more companies closing offices and requiring workers work from home, it occurred to me that not everyone is adept at this paradigm...
Barbara Palmer
- Mar 6, 2020
- 1 min
Spring Forward
More daylight awaits with the changing of the clocks this weekend which may impact your child's sleep habits.
Barbara Palmer
- Feb 7, 2020
- 2 min
The magic of "What if..."
What If... What if you could get to your desired outcome by redirecting a conversation, without having to say no? What if two simple...
Barbara Palmer
- Dec 17, 2019
- 2 min
Win Bucket
When we are children, parents use a sticker chart or marble jar to reward desired behavior. Do something right, earn a sticker or marble.